Flamboyant liquor tycoon, who is also a member of parliament, took over the United Breweries group from late father in 1983. Built it into world's third-largest spirits company. Best known for such brands as Kingfisher, also the name of his loss-making 2-year-old domestic airline. Is eyeing Scottish distiller Whyte & Mackay as takeover target. Toys include yachts, vintage cars and a stud farm.